"And the dressing goes great on everything!..."
INGREDIENTS
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Dressing:
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lime, zested and juiced
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1/4 teaspoon chili powder
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
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Salad:
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2 cups cooked penne pasta
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2 (12 oz.) bags frozen corn, thawed and drained, browned and charred slightly
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2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
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4 green onions, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeds removed, minced
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
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1/2 cup cotija cheese or queso fresco, cubed
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8 pieces bacon, cooked and crumbled
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kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste